Becoming Man.
Becoming Man.
Anthony Mielke and Marshall McElhinney
The purpose of the Becoming Man podcast is to explore the human experience of becoming from a male perspective. Becoming Man explores challenges to and resources for actualizing a life of physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and relational well-being through the art of story-telling. Inquiry into the origins of a man’s sense of self as a male, the development of a masculine identity throughout their lives, and the unique legacy men hope to leave in the world form the foundations of this exploration.
In Memory of Grandpa Jim
In this special episode, Anthony offers a eulogy in memory of his grandfather, who passed away from cancer on July 31st, 2022. After the eulogy, Marshall and Anthony discuss the legacy of his grandfather, and the legacy of grandparents in our lives in general. In loving memory of Grandpa Jim, 6/5/32-7/31/2022
Oct 13, 2022
50 min
Season One Finale: Anthony's Life with the Church
In the Season 1 finale, Anthony shares his story of growing up in the Catholic Church, leaving it as an adult, and the impact of these experiences on his personal and professional life. Content warning: This episode contains sensitive subject matter including suicide, sexual, emotional, psychological, spiritual, and institutional abuse.
Aug 19, 2022
1 hr 56 min
Pop Culture: The Depp v Heard Episode
We did it. Anthony and Marshall share their thoughts on the Depp v Heard trial. As always, please subscribe, rate and review to the show.
May 27, 2022
38 min
Creating Community with Big Grove Brewery
Anthony and Marshall are joined by Danny Stanley, Reid Wilson, and Addison Mittelstaidet of Big Grove Brewery to discuss creating community within corporations, their business as a connection-building entity in communities, the integration of personal and professional life, and fostering holistic growth within professional life. Big Grove is a brewery located in Iowa that has taprooms in Solon, Iowa City and Des Moines. They have been connected with numerous outreach causes to promote connection, community and mental health awareness. Below is a link to their current "Big Grove For Good" community outreach page. https://biggrove.com/pages/big-grove-for-good
Apr 26, 2022
2 hr 32 min
Radical Growth as a New Parent feat. Kayla Sellers, MA, tLMFT
Anthony and Marshall are joined by Kayla Sellers, MA, tLMFT as a continuation of their parenthood series. Kayla shares her experiences of an unexpected pregnancy and the physical, emotional, and relational impacts of a difficult pregnancy and postpartum struggles. Kayla shares her professional and personal perspectives on the radical changes involved in her journey into motherhood, growing as a couple with her partner, and taking ownership of her professional and personal goals in spite of unforeseen challenges. Kayla Sellers received her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University and is now a PhD student in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Iowa. She is also a practicing therapist at Waxwing Psychological Services, PLLC. 
Mar 28, 2022
1 hr 8 min
Parenting Part 2: Our Stories
Building off of information provided in Part 1, Marshall and Anthony share their personal stories of becoming new fathers. The stories include their thought processes during their wives ' pregnancies, experiences in the first year, insecurities, and the impact on their friend and marriage relationships. 
Mar 28, 2022
58 min
New Parenthood, Part 1
In this episode, Marshall and Anthony begin a series of episodes on new parenthood and its impact on men. The changes that can happen to couples after the birth of a child, change in identity as a new father and share our own experiences of becoming new fathers. 
Mar 17, 2022
44 min
Does the Past Matter?
Anthony and Marshall discuss whether or not our individual, family and cultural pasts matter in our lives today. 
Feb 21, 2022
1 hr
The Work of a Life Worth Living w/ Comedian Nathan Hults
Anthony and Marshall are joined by professional comedian and Anthony's childhood friend Nathan Hults. Nathan discusses his journey through addiction and recovery, and his life as a husband and father in a sweeping discussion that also addresses family secrets, bullying, religion, grief and loss, parenthood, trust after betrayal, humility, and the hard work of living a meaningful life. Nathan is the co-host of The Town Crier Podcast and co-founder of Sno Jam Comedy Festival in Sioux Falls South Dakota, January 19th-22nd at Boss' Comedy Club in Sioux Falls, SD. All proceeds from Sno Jam go to benefit the South Dakota Special Olympics. Nathan's website: http://www.nathanhults.com Sno Jam Comedy Festival: https://www.snojamcomedyfest.com The Town Crier Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0S19E59uzGpPJWrK8DG8M0?si=e3cd78b33dc64f33
Jan 17, 2022
1 hr 30 min
Roots and Wings with Michelle Caldwell, MA, tLMFT
Anthony and Marshall are joined by family therapist Michelle Caldwell to discuss her experience raising a son as a young single mother while pursuing her own personal and professional goals. Michelle shares her insights into the challenges facing young parents working on growing themselves, the value of community and family support, and the challenge of raising a biracial boy in today's world.
Dec 10, 2021
1 hr 10 min
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